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Rising sons: Namal Rajapaksa, Sajith Premadasa and the Opposition project

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:40

History repeats, failure to failure

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:28

Trumpeting Trump’s tariff

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:26

Trade under pressure: India’s rise and Sri Lanka’s struggle in tea and oil sectors amid sanctions

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:22

How inclusive design strategies can transform Sri Lankan banking experience

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:20

Rigged derby robs Trinity’s glory

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:50

How CID bypassed Navy Act to pull former Commander into Civilian Court

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:30

Pulse of a nation: Why tax compliance is a collective heartbeat

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:28

President AKD’s speech inspires power sector reforms

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:26

Sri Lanka’s billion-dollar X-Press Pearl judgment faces uphill legal battle in Singapore

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:24

Why biz chambers must lead on trade diplomacy

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:22

Are we using digital banking as advanced financial solution?

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:20

Mitigating human-elephant conflict in Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 03:39

The Dilmah Butterfly Garden; not what it seems

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 03:36

Should MEPA be apportioned major part of blame for X-Press Pearl marine environmental disaster?

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 00:50

Don’t abandon our war heroes

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 00:20

Sri Lanka: Next frontier for global investors

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 00:03

Environment and how its issues should be tackled through public policy

Monday, 11 August 2025 03:07

Arugam Bay: Gentle warning, Mr. President

Monday, 11 August 2025 02:22

Strategic blueprint for offshore bunkering in Sri Lanka

Monday, 11 August 2025 02:14

Sri Lanka accelerates export reforms as President chairs second EDCM meeting

President Anura Kumara Disanayake on Tuesday chaired the second Export Development Council of Ministers (EDCM) meeting at the Presidential Secretariat ..

Growing interest from US firms to tap SL’s maritime hub opportunities: Envoy

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:34

Over 50 US companies took part in a US Department of Commerce webinar on Sri Lanka’s port sector to explore opportunities in advanced port technolog ..

HNB group PAT grows 42% in 1H

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:30

Hatton National Bank (HNB) said yesterday that group Profit After Tax (PAT) recorded a growth of 42.5% to Rs. 23.16 billion in the first half of 2025, ..

Cannabis cultivation for export under strict regulations: Cabinet Spokesman

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:26

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa on Tuesday said Sri Lanka will allow regulated cannabis cultivation within designated export zone ..

US tariff uncertainty disrupts orders, hits non-apparel exporters hardest: CSF survey

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:22

US tariffs on Sri Lankan exports have disrupted orders, hitting non-apparel exporters the hardest, according to an August 2025 policy brief by the Cen ..

MasterChef Sri Lanka, with renowned chef Peter Kuruvita and AI, set to take global culinary stage by storm

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:10

By Uma Chandrasiri Internationally acclaimed Australian chef and restaurateur Peter Kuruvita envisions MasterChef Sri Lanka as a platform where a mul ..

Mireka Seascape marks strong debut: 100 units sold in 60 days

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:02

Following its unveiling in June 2025, Mireka Seascape by Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC has reported over 100 units sold within just 60 days. This stron ..

Govt. allocates Rs. 2 b for District Development Program 2025

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:36

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved allocating funds under the 2025 Budget for the implementation of the District Development Program – 2025 ..

Govt. approves over 62,000 new State sector jobs in eight months

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:30

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday announced that the new Government has approved 62,314 State sector cadre positions duri ..

Govt. accelerates green hydrogen push with policy framework and national consultations

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:27

The Government is intensifying its pursuit of sustainable energy solutions by moving forward with the development of a green hydrogen industry, identi ..

GIS-based rubber land mapping to meet EUDR rules

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:24

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved implementing Geographic Information System (GIS)-based rubber land mapping to ensure compliance with Europ ..

Alliance Finance to raise Rs. 2 b via listed Social Bonds

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:22

Alliance Finance Company PLC will raise Rs.2 billion via listed Social Bonds, now up for grabs. The Colombo Stock Exchange has approved in principle ..

President reviews agriculture and livestock projects, sets priorities for 2026 Budget

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 03:04

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday chaired a review meeting at the Presidential Secretariat to assess projects carried out under the 2025 Bud ..

Almas ups stake in Galle Face Capital Partners to 10%

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 03:01

Almas Holdings Ltd., upped its stake in Galle Face Capital Partners PLC to over 10% last week. ..

Melwa makes history with Canadian construction industry entry

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 02:59

Melwa has achieved a significant breakthrough with its first-ever large-scale export of 15,000 metric tons of reinforcement steel to the Canadian cons ..

CRIB covers 81% adult population, delivers 8.9 m credit reports in 2024

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:32

The Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB) held its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM), reporting 14.8 million active credit records, a 176% ris ..

Cabinet approves fresh push for Microfinance and Loan Regulation Authority Act

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:28

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday granted policy approval to introduce the Microfinance and Loan Regulation Authority Act, paving the way for the dra ..

FACETS 2026 to debut at Cinnamon Life, ushering new era for Sri Lanka’s gem showcase

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:24

Sri Lanka’s premier gem and jewellery showcase, FACETS 2026, is set to return for its 32nd edition from 3 to 5 January 2026, marking a bold new chap ..

Dipped Products invests Rs. 1 b more to boost capacity

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:20

In keeping with its expansion plans, Dipped Products PLC (DPL) has entered into a 30-year lease agreement with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka to ..

Bar Champs 2025 Grand Finale puts Sri Lankan bartending talent in spotlight

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:04

The Bar Champs 2025 Grand Finale concluded on a high note at The Hotel Show Colombo, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and the next generation of ..

Trumpeting for tomorrow

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:00

The medium to long term future of our jumbo is bleak unless the National Action Plan for Human Elephant Conflict Mitigation (NAP) is immediately imple ..

Green light for stalled urban development projects

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:32

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday has given the green light to resume construction on 11 urban development projects that were halted ..

Sri Lanka to explore floating solar power development

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:28

By Charumini de Silva Recognising the potential of floating solar power as an emerging technology in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector, the Cabin ..

SL to attract private investment for underutilised State lands

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:26

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved inviting expressions of interest (EoI) from potential investors to develop underutilised lands and propert ..

New Port City regulations to be tabled in Parliament soon

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:23

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the submission of regulations issued under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act No. 11 of 2021 in ..

Ceylon Tea exporters keep 50% trade expo subsidy

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:20

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved the continuation of the Sri Lanka Tea Board’s 50% trade exhibition subsidy scheme, aime ..

Ishara Nanayakkara richest person in Sri Lanka: Gulf News report

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 03:02

With a net worth of $ 1.6 billion, LOLC Holdings Chairman Ishara Nanayakkara has overtaken Dhammika Perera to become the wealthiest person in Sri Lank ..

Dialog delivers strong 1H 2025 performance

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 03:01

Dialog Axiata PLC yesterday announced strong performance in the first half ended 30 June 2025. ..

Sri Lanka Customs hits record Rs. 231 b in July collections

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 02:58

Sri Lanka Customs recorded its highest-ever monthly revenue in July 2025, collecting Rs. 231 billion, well above the monthly estimate of Rs. 195.05 bi ..

Growing interest from US firms to tap SL’s maritime hub opportunities: Envoy

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:34

Over 50 US companies took part in a US Department of Commerce webinar on Sri Lanka’s port sector to explore opportunities in advanced port technolog ..

CRIB covers 81% adult population, delivers 8.9 m credit reports in 2024

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:32

The Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB) held its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM), reporting 14.8 million active credit records, a 176% ris ..

HNB group PAT grows 42% in 1H

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:30

Hatton National Bank (HNB) said yesterday that group Profit After Tax (PAT) recorded a growth of 42.5% to Rs. 23.16 billion in the first half of 2025, ..

Cabinet approves fresh push for Microfinance and Loan Regulation Authority Act

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:28

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday granted policy approval to introduce the Microfinance and Loan Regulation Authority Act, paving the way for the dra ..

Cannabis cultivation for export under strict regulations: Cabinet Spokesman

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:26

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa on Tuesday said Sri Lanka will allow regulated cannabis cultivation within designated export zone ..

FACETS 2026 to debut at Cinnamon Life, ushering new era for Sri Lanka’s gem showcase

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:24

Sri Lanka’s premier gem and jewellery showcase, FACETS 2026, is set to return for its 32nd edition from 3 to 5 January 2026, marking a bold new chap ..

US tariff uncertainty disrupts orders, hits non-apparel exporters hardest: CSF survey

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:22

US tariffs on Sri Lankan exports have disrupted orders, hitting non-apparel exporters the hardest, according to an August 2025 policy brief by the Cen ..

Dipped Products invests Rs. 1 b more to boost capacity

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:20

In keeping with its expansion plans, Dipped Products PLC (DPL) has entered into a 30-year lease agreement with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka to ..

MasterChef Sri Lanka, with renowned chef Peter Kuruvita and AI, set to take global culinary stage by storm

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:10

By Uma Chandrasiri Internationally acclaimed Australian chef and restaurateur Peter Kuruvita envisions MasterChef Sri Lanka as a platform where a mul ..

Bar Champs 2025 Grand Finale puts Sri Lankan bartending talent in spotlight

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:04

The Bar Champs 2025 Grand Finale concluded on a high note at The Hotel Show Colombo, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and the next generation of ..

Mireka Seascape marks strong debut: 100 units sold in 60 days

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:02

Following its unveiling in June 2025, Mireka Seascape by Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC has reported over 100 units sold within just 60 days. This stron ..

Trumpeting for tomorrow

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:00

The medium to long term future of our jumbo is bleak unless the National Action Plan for Human Elephant Conflict Mitigation (NAP) is immediately imple ..

Govt. allocates Rs. 2 b for District Development Program 2025

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:36

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved allocating funds under the 2025 Budget for the implementation of the District Development Program – 2025 ..

Green light for stalled urban development projects

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:32

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday has given the green light to resume construction on 11 urban development projects that were halted ..

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President reviews transport sector ahead of 2026 Budget

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 19:40

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake chaired a pre-budget meeting today (13) at the Presidential Secretariat to review the Ministry of Transport, Highwa ..

Cabinet approves Rs. 2 Billion for 2025 District Development Program

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 16:51

Vietnam’s ROX Group eyes major investments in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 15:44

President reviews agriculture and livestock projects, sets priorities for 2026 Budget

Monday, 11 August 2025 19:02

Esala Perahera Sannasa presented to President

Sunday, 10 August 2025 20:18

Australian Governor-General meets President Dissanayake

Sunday, 10 August 2025 19:47

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HNB launches 24/7 branch at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 6 August 2025 00:00

Toyota Lanka Unveils 2025 Brand-New Vehicle Line-Up at TOYOTA LIFE - The Grand Reveal

Thursday, 17 July 2025 00:10

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Sri Lanka to host first-ever National AI Expo to drive $ 15 b digital economy

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:00

MillenniumIT ESP and South Asian Technologies host Cohesity’s launch in Sri Lanka with “Catalyst on the Road: The Reality of Cyber Resilience”

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 02:14

ICTA - Rotary SME Conclave: Access to markets key to SME growth

Monday, 11 August 2025 04:07

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Keeping the beat of the nation alive

Saturday, 2 August 2025 00:32

Eminent musician Lionel Ranwala, a legend in Lankan folk music once commented that any Lankan who is not stirred by the reverberation of bera cannot b ..

Excelsior: A tribute to imagination

Saturday, 2 August 2025 00:30

ARTRA in London articulates South Asian art narrative

Saturday, 2 August 2025 00:28

Opinion and Issues

Rising sons: Namal Rajapaksa, Sajith Premadasa and the Opposition project

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:40

“…But, if our government changes in the next five years while we are in the process of making this change, then everything we started would be rui ..

History repeats, failure to failure

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:28

Trumpeting Trump’s tariff

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:26

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Were lessons learnt from X-Press Pearl maritime disaster?

Thursday, 14 August 2025 00:00

The Supreme Court recently delivered a landmark ruling in which it ordered the owners and operators of the MV X-Press Pearl to pay $ 1 billion in comp ..

Israel: Sri Lanka’s persistent foreign policy paradox

Wednesday, 13 August 2025 00:00

Towards sustainable tourism model

Tuesday, 12 August 2025 00:19

Army to make Kobbekaduwa proud

Monday, 11 August 2025 03:19

Driving growth in tourism: Bold strategic direction needed

Friday, 8 August 2025 00:00

Safeguard State properties without bartering them away

Thursday, 7 August 2025 00:06

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Building trust in digital age: Sri Lanka’s roadmap to cybersecurity and data privacy

Wednesday, 16 July 2025 00:00

The first ever full-day Data Privacy and Protection Summit organised by the Daily FT in collaboration with CICRA Holdings Ltd., was held recently at ..

IODA pledges to support SL to make country diving hub

Tuesday, 24 June 2025 00:08

Forging unity through media: 2025 SCO Media Cooperation Forum in Xinjiang

Monday, 16 June 2025 02:35

Business News

Ambeon Group reports strong Q1 performance with significant profit growth

EDB strengthens global trade network with strategic diplomatic appointments

Vietnam’s ROX Group eyes land for industrial zone in Sri Lanka

Colombo Dockyard delivers “Misje Lily” 5000 DWT Eco Bulk Carrier to Norway

Harsha proposes export-focused diplomacy and SME credit facility using EPF/ETF

DIMO delivers intelligent building solutions to Cinnamon Life

Konka introduces ground-breaking Konka V-Max range for first time through FliCo

Elephant House Beverages, Reliance Consumer Products launch Campa Beverages in Sri Lanka

Home Lands betters own record by achieving Rs. 8.8 b sales in July

Dipped Products wins Overall Gold Award at NBEA 2025

CSF launches new policy brief on Trade Policy Uncertainty and Impacts on Exporters

CEAT ranks as Sri Lanka’s Most Valuable Tyre Brand in 2025 Brand Finance report

Sri Lanka must navigate tariff turbulence with strategy: Expert

LAUGFS Rubber wins Gold for export excellence

Japan urges action to regain investor confidence at SLJBC AGM

Sri Lanka ratifies WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

SL construction costs better positioned for investments compared to neighbours

Haier by Abans welcomes Tillakaratne Dilshan as Brand Ambassador

SDF and partners launch regional AquaLivelihood Project to empower small-scale fish farmers and bolster nutrition security in South Asia

Daraz Sri Lanka accelerates savings with the 8.8 Brand Prix Sale

Fonterra Brands Lanka pioneers first National Competency Standard for dairy industry machine operators

INSEE Cement and SLINTEC forge partnership for sustainable construction innovation

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Rising sons: Namal Rajapaksa, Sajith Premadasa and the Opposition project

History repeats, failure to failure

Trumpeting Trump’s tariff

Trade under pressure: India’s rise and Sri Lanka’s struggle in tea and oil sectors amid sanctions

How inclusive design strategies can transform Sri Lankan banking experience

Rigged derby robs Trinity’s glory

How CID bypassed Navy Act to pull former Commander into Civilian Court

Pulse of a nation: Why tax compliance is a collective heartbeat

President AKD’s speech inspires power sector reforms

Sri Lanka’s billion-dollar X-Press Pearl judgment faces uphill legal battle in Singapore

Why biz chambers must lead on trade diplomacy

Are we using digital banking as advanced financial solution?

Mitigating human-elephant conflict in Sri Lanka

The Dilmah Butterfly Garden; not what it seems

Should MEPA be apportioned major part of blame for X-Press Pearl marine environmental disaster?

Don’t abandon our war heroes

Sri Lanka: Next frontier for global investors

Environment and how its issues should be tackled through public policy

Arugam Bay: Gentle warning, Mr. President

Strategic blueprint for offshore bunkering in Sri Lanka

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Rigged derby robs Trinity’s glory

Environment and how its issues should be tackled through public policy

Bombshell on BOI investors

Home Lands betters own record by achieving Rs. 8.8 b sales in July

How CID bypassed Navy Act to pull former Commander into Civilian Court

Govt. says 90% of external debt restructuring completed

DIMO delivers intelligent building solutions to Cinnamon Life

Hemal appointed new GM/CEO at HDFC Bank

HNB group PAT grows 42% in 1H

CSE, SEC to host investor forum in Singapore tomorrow

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Ambeon Group reports strong Q1 performance with significant profit growth

EDB strengthens global trade network with strategic diplomatic appointments

Vietnam’s ROX Group eyes land for industrial zone in Sri Lanka

Colombo Dockyard delivers “Misje Lily” 5000 DWT Eco Bulk Carrier to Norway

Harsha proposes export-focused diplomacy and SME credit facility using EPF/ETF

DIMO delivers intelligent building solutions to Cinnamon Life

Konka introduces ground-breaking Konka V-Max range for first time through FliCo

Elephant House Beverages, Reliance Consumer Products launch Campa Beverages in Sri Lanka

Home Lands betters own record by achieving Rs. 8.8 b sales in July

Dipped Products wins Overall Gold Award at NBEA 2025

CSF launches new policy brief on Trade Policy Uncertainty and Impacts on Exporters

CEAT ranks as Sri Lanka’s Most Valuable Tyre Brand in 2025 Brand Finance report

Sri Lanka must navigate tariff turbulence with strategy: Expert

LAUGFS Rubber wins Gold for export excellence

Japan urges action to regain investor confidence at SLJBC AGM

Sri Lanka ratifies WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

SL construction costs better positioned for investments compared to neighbours

Haier by Abans welcomes Tillakaratne Dilshan as Brand Ambassador

SDF and partners launch regional AquaLivelihood Project to empower small-scale fish farmers and bolster nutrition security in South Asia

Daraz Sri Lanka accelerates savings with the 8.8 Brand Prix Sale

Fonterra Brands Lanka pioneers first National Competency Standard for dairy industry machine operators

INSEE Cement and SLINTEC forge partnership for sustainable construction innovation

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